Midwives (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2022, Midwives is a documentary film directed by Hnin Ei Hlaing, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Hla and Nyo Nyo live in a country torn by conflict. Hla is a Buddhist and the owner of a makeshift medical clinic in western Myanmar, where the Rohingya (a Muslim minority community) are persecuted and denied basic rights. Nyo Nyo is a Muslim and an apprentice midwife who acts as an assistant and translator at the clinic. Her family has lived in the area for generations, yet they are still considered intruders. Encouraged and challenged by Hla, who risks her own safety daily by helping Muslim patients, Nyo Nyo is determined to become a steady health care provider for her community.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Midwives sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on DocPlay and DocPlay Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midwives page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Midwives (2022)?
- In AU, Midwives is available to stream on DocPlay and DocPlay Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Midwives worth watching?
- Midwives holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Midwives released?
- Midwives was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.